As a Litigated Credit Hire Specialist here at Keoghs you'll be at the heart of a team dedicated to championing clients interests in high-stakes credit hire cases.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to investigate Litigated Complex Credit Hire claims from a tactical and strategic point. The role of the File Handler is to carry out complex & technical investigations on claims submitted from specific opponents. These claims will be up to £25,000 in value.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to investigate Litigated Complex Credit Hire claims from a tactical and strategic point. The role of the File Handler is to carry out complex & technical investigations on claims submitted from specific opponents. These claims will be up to £25,000 in value.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an incredible team and gain more experience in investigating credit hire claims with a view to successfully repudiating the claims.
Benefits:
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service(opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Hybrid working – (Working only 1 day in the office)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
Key Accountabilities
The role will involve dealing with a caseload of DA credit hire & injury files under the supervision of their Team Leader. Instructions are received at the point of litigation, so a full knowledge of handling RTA claims through to conclusion via a court hearing is necessary.
The main aspects of the role will involve:
Review and analysis of files throughout the life of the case, and in accordance with the client guidelines
Develop and maintain client relationships, always keeping the client at the heart of every decision
Formulating an initial strategy for approval by Team Leader.
Legal research
Undertaking telephone negotiations with third party Solicitors
Liaising with the insured and insurers where necessary
Ensuring ‘actions’ are carried out as per the task list within the Case Management System
Accurately completing management information processes (MI)
Processing bills
Ensuring all files are kept within ISO 9001 guidelines
To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations
Adhere to the Keoghs Values
Ability to work in target driven environment
The role will also involve an understanding of the court process, to include:
Drafting defences
Completing direction questionnaires
Dealing with disclosure and exchange of evidence
Completing pre-trial checklists
Instructing Counsel
Drafting CPR Part 18 questions
Drafting CPR Part 35 questions
Drafting Counter schedules
Working Hours
35 hours per week worked 9am and 5pm Mondays to Fridays inclusive with 1 hour for lunch
Experience, Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
Experience of litigation and handling Credit Hire files with evidence of managing own case load
Education - at least 5 GCSEs or equivalent are essential and a degree / LPC is preferable
Ability to use own initiative
Ability to plan and prioritise workloads
Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
Good telephone negotiation skills
Ability to follow work processes and keep to Strategy
Ability to recognise when sensitivity and tact are required
Ability to make decisions
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, and experience of a Case Management System preferred
Adhere to the Keoghs Values
Desirable:
Experience of handling PI claims
Values
Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do;
Keoghs values
We are connected
We are Dynamic
We are Innovative
We succeed together
Benefits
- 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service(opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
- Simply Health Care Cash Plan
- WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing
- Death In Service – after 1 years’ service
- Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Tech Scheme*
- Season Ticket Loan*
- Gym Flex*
- Access to Online Discount Sites
- Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
- Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
- Discounts at local retail outlets
*after successfully completing probation
Litigated Credit Hire File Handler in Leeds employer: Davies
Davies is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Glasgow that fosters professional growth and development for its employees. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, the company provides comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as a Senior Paralegal. Additionally, the dynamic legal environment allows for meaningful contributions to motor litigation cases, making your work both rewarding and impactful.
